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Mission and Ministry

CENTER FOR THE COMMON GOOD

Four students doing service and throwing up the Villanova "V"

Recognizing the dignity of all creation, the St. Thomas of Villanova Center for the Common Good works with students, alumni, community partners and campus collaborators to promote the formation of justice-oriented people who serve with our local and global partners and who advocate for systems that advance the Common Good. 

Center-Sponsored Opportunities

RUIBAL

Community Outreach of Villanova

Thanksgiving Outreach

Christmas Outreach

Philadelphia Area Social Justice Internship

Catholic Relief Services

Post-Graduation Service

Service and Justice Experiences

Catholic Relief Services

Back on My Feet

Food Recovery Network

Habitat for Humanity

Student-Run Emergency Housing Unit of Philadelphia (SREHUP)

   

UNIVERSITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

The St. Thomas of Villanova Center for the Common Good is located in St. Rita Hall, First Floor 

Student Groups
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UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES

St. Thomas of Villanova Day of Service Logo

MLK Day of Service

RUIBAL Interest Form

COV Registration Form

SJE Registration Form


“Love, when it is true, is always directed away from oneself. It is transcendent. The two-fold commandment of love, therefore, translates into working for the common good, [and] working for the common good is service.” –The Augustine Way

NEWS AND EVENTS

2024 Thanksgiving Outreach

Our 2024 Thanksgiving Outreach program is officially underway! To pledge your donations, please click the "More" button below! MORE...

Philadelphia Area Social Justice Internship

PASJI offers undergrads the opportunity to do funded social justice work in the greater Philadelphia region over the summer. MORE...

Christmas Outreach

This holiday season, we are incredibly grateful for the generosity and kindness of our student athletes, faculty, and staff. Thanks to your efforts, we have successfully sponsored 21 families, ensuring they have a joyous and memorable Christmas. Wishing everyone a wonderful holiday season filled with warmth and happiness. MORE...